Flight simulation isn’t just about landing in your backyard to see how the virtual world compares to the real one—it’s about mastering the systems, procedures, and tools that mirror real-world aviation.
For years, Tom Carroll has been a trusted name in the MSFS community, writing detailed guides that bridge the gap between casual flying and simulation. With his latest release, MSFS 2024 Navigation and Flight Planning, Carroll continues his mission to empower simmers with knowledge, this time tackling the intricacies of modern navigation and the game-changing updates in MSFS 2024.
Carroll’s previous works have become very useful resources for simmers seeking depth and clarity:
- MSFS Next Level: Missed Approaches & Holds (2021
- MSFS Next Level: A Practical Guide to the CJ4 (2021)
- MSFS Next Level: Old School (2022)
- MSFS Next Level: Realism (2024)
These eBooks share a common thread: accessibility. Carroll’s knack for breaking down technical jargon into actionable steps has made him a go-to resource for pilots at all skill levels. His latest work builds on this legacy, addressing MSFS 2024’s new tools while reinforcing timeless navigation principles.
In an era dominated by YouTube tutorials and forum threads, Carroll’s eBooks stand out as uniquely structured and permanent resources that any simmer can have within easy reach. They offer:
- Comprehensive Learning: Step-by-step workflows, not fragmented tips.
- Visual Reference: Over 270 illustrations in the new guide alone.
- Repeatable Value: Guides you can revisit mid-flight or during practice sessions.
Overview of MSFS 2024 Navigation and Flight Planning
Priced at $9 and spanning 154 pages, this new eBook covers everything you need to know about Navigation and Flight Planning:
Part 1: Core Navigation Techniques
Carroll starts with timeless navigation skills:
- NDBs: Navigating with Non-Directional Beacons—antiquated but foundational.
- VOR/ILS: Triangulating radials and aligning with Instrument Landing Systems.
- GPS/RNAV: Modern RNAV workflows, including LPV precision approaches.
Part 2: MSFS 2024’s New Tools
The guide’s heart tackles the sim’s new flight planning tools:
- World Map: Redesigned UI for route plotting, weather, and aircraft setup.
- Electronic Flight Bag (EFB): In-sim tools for navigation, performance calculations and checklists.
- Web Flight Planner: Pre-plan routes externally, then sync to MSFS 2024.
Part 3: Practical Flight Examples
Four step-by-step flights apply theory to practice:
- NDB Flight: Navigate using raw data and execute an NDB approach.
- VOR Flight: Track radials and complete a VOR approach.
- GPS/RNAV Flight: Execute an RNAV/LPV precision approach.
- Hybrid VOR/RNAV & ILS: Transition between analog, GPS, and ILS systems.
Each example includes screenshots, instrument close-ups, and annotated charts—270+ visuals in total—to replicate real-world scenarios.
Tom Carroll’s MSFS 2024 Navigation and Flight Planning is truly a study-level resource and can be yours for just $9 USD on Tom’s website.
